The meeting was called to order by President Mary Johnson at 7:00 p.m. The president led the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag.
Present: Mary Johnson, Bill Vogt, Richard Barrett, Kathy Morgan, Mary Hurst, John Castiglia and Paul Bredlau. Absent: None
The President announced that inasmuch as a 30 day notice must be given, we are not able to vote on the use of the RV storage area until the May meeting. Brenda Cloukey, Chairperson of the Election Committee, will report on the status of the vote later in this meeting.
The Secretary read the minutes of the meeting of March 10, 2008. As there were no additions or corrections, the minutes were approved as read.
Treasurer, Rich Barrett gave the financial report. As of April 14, 2008, we show a surplus of $1228.22 in the reserve account. Rich suggested that this money be transferred to the general operating fund. A vote was taken and the money will be moved to the pool account.
The President announced that committee appointments for the 2008-2009 year have been made as follows:
Documents Committee: Bob Ayers, Chairperson. Members – Bob Johnson, Bob Mitchell, Larry Frasier, Glory Schrader.
Crime Watch Committee: Jack Fair, Chairperson. Members – John Castiglia, Paul Bredlau, Gary Stewart, Bill Vogt.
Code Enforcement: Val Stauder, Chairperson. Members – Stan Rogers, Joe Delandro, Sr.
Welcoming Committee: Mary Hurst, Chairperson. Members – Glory Schrader, June Stevens, Peggy Ayers.
Trustees: Annette Froiseth, Bob Cox, Mike Flanagan.
Election Committee: Brenda Cloukey, Chairperson. Members – Bob Johnson, Chad Reid, Camille Smith, Nadine Alford, Pat Rutherford, George Quail.
RV Area: Jack Fair, Chairperson. Members – Chad Reid, George Quail, Bill Vogt.
Architectural Committee: Jack Fair, Chairperson. Members – Bill Vogt, John Castiglia.
Maintenance: Joe Musumeci, Chairperson. Members – Rich Barrett, Armand Blom, Patty Mitchell, John Michaels.
Committee Reports:
Welcoming: No report at this time
Code Enforcement: No report at this time
Architectural: John Castiglia reported that two approvals were rendered this month. One
to Bob & Peggy Ayers for a deck and an additional one to Bob & Peggy Ayers for a window.
Maintenance: No report from Chairman Joey Musumeci, however, President Johnson reported that records show that our water usage has dropped from 887 gal./day to 175 gal./day.
Pool Area: No report
Social Club: Patty Mitchell reported that we have collected $3,194 which will be used to build Bocce Courts. Patty also mentioned other upcoming Social Club events. Kathy Morgan reported that there will not be an additional fuel charge imposed for those signing up for the cruise.
Documents: No report at this time.
Election Committee: Brenda Cloukey reported that residents’ signatures were obtained and the 30 day notification requirement has been met regarding the upcoming vote on the RV storage area.
OLD BUSINESS
The President reported that Mary Hurst and Patty Mitchell will choose and purchase appropriate plants to be placed around the newspaper dumpster so as to hide it from public view.
The subject of purchasing a pole saw to be used to trim the trees in the common areas of the park was discussed. The President stated that Attorney Payton has advised that even if operators sign off that we will not be held responsible, they could still sue should they be injured. This is true even for outside contractors. After lengthy discussion about liability and cost, Rich Barrett moved and Bill Vogt seconded that we not purchase a saw and instead, we hire professionals to trim the trees as necessary. The motion passed by unanimous voice vote.
The President said that she has contacted the appropriate office to question our ability to use the remaining money from the SBA loan. We await a reply.
After investigation, cost comparison, and discussions with Maid Pro Cleaning Company, President Johnson recommended that we contract with that company to clean the club house. The Board voted unanimously in favor of this action. A one-year contract will be signed.
The President read 4 letters from property owners regarding the RV storage area. Discussion followed and many opinions were voiced. The voting previously scheduled for this meeting was adjourned and re-scheduled to Monday, May 12, 2008 to determine disposition of the matter.
The President asked that residents consider her privacy and “sanity” by not discussing park matters, complaints, etc. during social events, pool time, etc. She will be more than happy to meet with them in private or over the phone at mutual convenience.
The President announced that she has filed a formal complaint with Pasco County regarding the condition of the property formerly owned by Matthew Musumeci on Olivaud Street.
The president announced that she has obtained a price of approximately $211 for a weatherproof bulletin board should we wish to place one outside the clubhouse.
As there was no further business to come before the Board, Paul Bredlau moved and John Castiglia seconded that the meeting be adjourned. The motion was passed by unanimous voice vote and adjournment prevailed at 8:00 p.m.